Special Edition: The Week in Good News

The Week in Good News

Good things are happening to LGBTQ people. It’s easy to overlook the positive stories in the daily mix of news, so every other week we highlight moments you may have missed.

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Swedish political leader dresses in drag to skewer rightwing attacks on “glitter, love & rainbows”
"Fairy tales are not dangerous for children and drag queens aren't either, but populism and intolerance, those are dangerous."

Neo-Nazis tried to disrupt a Pride festival. They got humiliated & fled.
All it took was some pushups and twerking to send the bigots running.

Republicans don’t have anywhere to eat this month. All of these chains celebrate Pride
As more and more businesses have climbed on board the rainbow train, Republicans are running out of places to dine out.

Doctors double down on support for gender-affirming care for trans people
The esteemed organization of medical professionals chose science over politics.

Sesame Street has been celebrating Pride all month long & it is adorable
Sesame Street is standing up for all kids. In response, the LGBTQ community has responded with love for the show and gratitude for the support.

Emblems of equality: Discovering the world of LGBTQ+ flags
A handy guide to the history and significance of the most common LGBTQ+ Pride flags.

GOP gov. defies party & signs bill mandating insurers cover gender-affirming care
Did he do it for... baseball?

Illinois becomes the first state to outlaw book bans in historic move
"Here in Illinois, we don't hide from the truth, we embrace it," said Gov. JB Pritzker.

Joe Biden just threw the biggest White House Pride party in history
With hundreds of guests, the party had to be held on the South Lawn instead of inside the building.

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